When it came to deciding whether to take the gamble, Yu Xiaogang didn't need much time to think.
On the Douluo Continent, strength was respected above all else.
While it was certainly beneficial for the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect to grow stronger, no improvement to the sect could compare to becoming stronger himself.
It was true that giving the Crimson Blood Amber to another member of the sect could potentially create an additional Titled Douluo.
But why should he be so selfless?
After all, he had already contributed more than enough to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect.
In truth, Yu Xiaogang's feelings toward the sect were nowhere near as deep as his father's.
The primary reason he cared about the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect was because his father, Yu Yuanzhen, was its Sect Master.
It was because of Yu Yuanzhen that he developed an attachment to the sect.
Furthermore, after proving his worth, several members of the sect had begun treating him with genuine respect and sincerity, giving him a modest sense of belonging.
Otherwise, considering the ridicule and humiliation he had suffered after his Martial Soul Awakening years ago, it was already generous of him not to have left the sect altogether.
With that thought in mind, Yu Xiaogang stopped hesitating.
He reached out and gently patted the little dragon's head.
"Alright."
"This Crimson Blood Amber is yours."
"Awoo!"
The little dragon immediately cheered.
Its wings flapped excitedly as it circled around Yu Xiaogang in the air.
Its joyful behavior made Yu Xiaogang smile despite himself.
The Grand Elder, standing nearby, did not object in the slightest.
In fact, he felt quite the opposite.
Considering Yu Xiaogang's extraordinary talent and future potential, the Grand Elder wished he could pour even more resources into him.
Using too many resources?
In the Grand Elder's eyes, Yu Xiaogang was using far too few.
Besides, the entire hidden valley was already an unexpected blessing.
There were countless immortal herbs growing outside.
Why worry about a single piece of Crimson Blood Amber?
After resolving the matter of the treasure, the group continued exploring the secret chamber.
The cave was filled with the remains of countless Spirit Beasts.
Naturally, everyone held a trace of hope.
What if there were Spirit Bones hidden among them?
Although Spirit Bones were extremely rare, they had encountered several valuable treasures recently.
After experiencing such good fortune, it was difficult not to become optimistic.
Unfortunately, reality soon crushed those expectations.
After thoroughly searching every corner of the secret chamber, they failed to discover a single Spirit Bone.
Not one.
Looking at the countless skeletons scattered throughout the cave, Yu Xiaogang couldn't help but feel puzzled.
How exactly were Spirit Bones formed?
So many Spirit Beasts had died here.
Yet not a single Spirit Bone remained.
The mystery only deepened in his mind.
Just as everyone was feeling disappointed—
"ROAR!!!"
A thunderous dragon roar suddenly echoed through the valley.
The sound shook the surrounding cliffs.
Yu Xiaogang's eyes immediately widened.
"Father!"
The moment he heard the roar, he recognized it.
It was the roar of Yu Yuanzhen's Martial Soul.
The Grand Elder reacted just as quickly.
The two exchanged a glance.
Without saying another word, they immediately rushed out of the secret chamber and followed the passage back toward the surface.
The moment they emerged from the cave, everyone froze.
Even the Grand Elder couldn't help gasping in shock.
Not far away, Yu Yuanzhen hovered in midair while fully possessed by his Martial Soul.
However, what truly shocked everyone wasn't Yu Yuanzhen himself.
It was his Martial Soul.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Martial Soul was famous throughout the continent.
Its body was entirely blue and surrounded by brilliant blue lightning.
That distinctive appearance was the reason it had earned its legendary name.
Yet the dragon floating behind Yu Yuanzhen looked completely different.
Its originally blue scales were now streaked with dazzling gold.
The blue and gold intertwined together, creating an appearance that was both majestic and sacred.
The lightning crackling around his body had also changed.
Instead of pure blue, it now consisted of intertwined strands of blue and golden lightning.
The result was breathtaking.
It was almost as if the Martial Soul had evolved into a higher life form.
At that moment, even the Grand Elder felt a strange urge to bow his head.
The same feeling appeared in Lin Lang's heart.
The pressure radiating from the golden lightning was unlike anything they had ever experienced.
It carried the unmistakable aura of a superior existence.
An existence that naturally stood above them.
The sensation left both of them stunned.
The Grand Elder swallowed nervously.
"Xiaogang..."
"The Sect Master's Martial Soul..."
"Has it evolved?"
Even as he asked the question, disbelief filled his voice.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon was already recognized as one of the strongest Beast Martial Souls on the entire continent.
For generations, countless experts had believed it had already reached the pinnacle of evolution.
There was simply nowhere left to evolve.
At least, that was what everyone had assumed.
Yet the scene before them completely shattered that belief.
Not only had Yu Yuanzhen's Martial Soul undergone a dramatic transformation, but it was also exerting suppression on them.
This could only mean one thing.
Evolution.
True Martial Soul evolution.
Yu Xiaogang stared at the majestic dragon in the sky and nodded.
"It has definitely evolved."
"As for what it evolved into, I'm not entirely sure yet."
A hint of pride appeared on his face.
After all, Yu Yuanzhen's transformation was directly related to the immortal herb he had recommended.
If anyone deserved credit for this breakthrough, it was undoubtedly him.
The group watched silently.
Lightning danced across the sky.
Powerful waves of Spirit Power spread outward in every direction.
Several minutes later, Yu Yuanzhen finally opened his eyes.
Golden lightning flashed within them.
For a brief moment, his eyes resembled bolts of divine thunder.
The overwhelming visual effect left everyone speechless.
Even Yu Xiaogang's lips twitched slightly.
Thankfully, the dramatic display didn't last long.
The lightning gradually faded.
The immense pressure slowly dissipated.
Yu Yuanzhen descended from the sky and landed gently on the ground.
At the same time, he withdrew his Martial Soul.
The moment his feet touched the earth, he immediately examined the Spirit Power flowing through his body.
Then his expression froze.
For several seconds, he simply stood there in silence.
Eventually, he muttered to himself.
"Rank 97..."
"I'm already Rank 97?"
His voice was filled with disbelief.
The words perfectly reflected his current state of mind.
Only a few days ago, he had been a Rank 93 Titled Douluo.
Now he had reached Rank 97.
A jump of four ranks.
And not just any four ranks.
These were ranks within the Titled Douluo realm.
At this level, every step forward was unimaginably difficult.
Many Titled Douluo experts spent decades without advancing a single rank.
Some remained trapped forever.
Yet he had crossed four ranks in only a matter of days.
The improvement was simply absurd.
It defied common sense.
It defied logic.
It was nothing short of miraculous.
The Grand Elder, who had been walking toward him, suddenly stopped.
His body trembled.
He stared blankly at Yu Yuanzhen.
"Sect... Sect Master..."
"What did you just say?"
For a moment, he felt as though he might faint.
A peak Soul Douluo nearly losing consciousness from excitement would undoubtedly become a joke for future generations.
Fortunately, he managed to steady himself.
Yu Yuanzhen finally recovered from his shock.
Looking at the Grand Elder, he spoke with obvious excitement.
"Grand Elder..."
"I'm Rank 97."
The simple statement struck everyone like a bolt of lightning.
At that moment, Yu Yuanzhen desperately needed someone to share in the overwhelming joy filling his heart.
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